Director of U.S. Accounting

Overview

The Director of Accounting provides strategic leadership for the firm’s U.S. accounting operations, financial reporting, general ledger integrity, and accounting governance. This role develops and executes the accounting strategy, strengthens internal controls, drives process transformation, and ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial reporting across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the firm’s accounting strategy to support organizational growth, operational excellence, and long-term business objectives
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and governance frameworks to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Lead the evaluation and implementation of accounting standards, reporting requirements, and financial control enhancements
• Oversee the integrity of the firm’s general ledger and financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and transparency
• Partner with leadership to enhance financial reporting capabilities, analytics, and business performance insights
• Monitor key financial trends, performance indicators, and balance sheet activity to proactively identify risks and opportunities impacting the firm
• Lead cross-functional transformation projects involving accounting systems, reporting platforms, workflows, and data governance
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to streamline accounting operations, strengthen controls, and improve service delivery
• Establish monitoring and reporting mechanisms to assess control performance and compliance with firm policies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• CPA and/or MBA preferred
• At least ten (10) years of related work experience
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
• Advanced knowledge of statistical analysis concepts, frameworks, and principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information

Compensation & Benefits

• Successful candidates will receive a competitive total rewards package, with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.
• Target Hiring Range: $203,000 – $288,000
• Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location.
• Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Typical indoor office environment.
• While performing duties, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear.
• Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.